The Art of Nature

The Art of Nature

Art and Science unite in this interactive and informative workshop. ​Participants will learn about the local possibilities of blending science, nature, and art for their classrooms. We will begin our day with a keynote presentation by two representatives from the Little Traverse Conservancy and one local art teacher. Then, we will dive into a hands-on challenge, take a field trip to a local nature preserve, and finish the day with two break-out sessions. No prerequisite training is required.

Learner Outcomes

Explore their creativity through interactive, hands-on collaboration engaging environmental science and art content.

Brainstorm interdisciplinary curricula.

Explore nature at a local nature preserve (weather permitting).

Experience hands-on studio sessions engaging the theme “The Art of Nature”.

Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Tenets
Engaged, Challenged, and Supported

 Date
April 14

Time
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Location
Crooked Tree Arts Center, 461 E Mitchell Street, Petoskey

Audience
Art and science teachers grades pre K-12

Instructors
Kelcey Coveyou, Art Teacher, Harbor Springs Public Schools
Sarah Mahew, Director of Education, Little Traverse Conservancy
Sara Koetje, Education Specialist, Little Traverse Conservancy
Jim Beckering, Art Teacher, Boyne City High School
Studio Instructor, Interlochen Arts Academy
Sheila Ruen, Visual Arts Director, Crooked Tree Arts Center